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Arco Starting & Charging DV551 Outboard Starter Drive Gear - 10 Tooth Large

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Arco Starting & Charging

<h3>ARCO Starting &amp; Charging: The Marine Industry&apos;s Gold Standard</h3><p>When a boater turns the key and nothing happens miles from the dock, the name they wish they had trusted is <strong>ARCO Marine</strong>. For more than six decades, ARCO Starting &amp; Charging has been the benchmark for dependable marine engine electrical components — building and testing every unit at their facility in Pensacola, Florida to ensure each part meets or exceeds original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications before it ever reaches a customer.</p><p>Founded in 1960, ARCO set out with a straightforward mission: deliver peace of mind to boat owners and marine technicians through products they can rely on. That philosophy hasn&apos;t changed. Every component ARCO manufactures — from outboard <a href="/7236-arco-starting-charging-starter-motor-4152">starter motors</a> to high-output alternators — is rigorously load-tested beyond normal operating conditions. It&apos;s the kind of commitment that has made ARCO the trusted choice of professional marine service technicians and weekend boaters alike for generations.</p><h3>Purpose-Built for the Harshest Marine Environments</h3><p>Saltwater, humidity, and vibration are relentless adversaries for any electrical component. ARCO engineers their products specifically for these conditions. Their <a href="/7236-arco-starting-charging-tilttrim-motors-201071">tilt/trim motors</a> and <a href="/7236-arco-starting-charging-trim-and-tilt-units-201108">trim and tilt units</a> are designed to perform reliably through years of saltwater exposure, while their <a href="/7236-arco-starting-charging-alternators-200087">alternators</a> — including the advanced Zeus High Output Alternator line — are purpose-built to charge modern battery banks faster and handle the electrical demands of today&apos;s feature-rich vessels. ARCO makes OEM replacement parts compatible with leading engine manufacturers including Mercury, Yamaha, Volvo Penta, MerCruiser, Honda, Evinrude, Suzuki, and many others, making cross-referencing straightforward for technicians and DIYers alike.</p><h3>Innovation with the Zeus High Energy Platform</h3><p>ARCO&apos;s Zeus line represents the brand&apos;s push into next-generation marine charging technology. Zeus High Output Alternators and Bluetooth-enabled voltage regulators are engineered for multi-voltage compatibility and rated IP68 for protection against water intrusion — a critical specification in marine applications. The Zeus ecosystem is purpose-built to support lithium battery banks, high-draw accessories, and demanding live-aboard or commercial use cases where consistent power output is non-negotiable.</p><h3>OEM Quality, Factory Warranty, American-Made</h3><p>ARCO backs their entire rotating electric parts lineup — including their <a href="/7236-arco-starting-charging-starters-inboard-201008">inboard starters</a> — with the ARCO Assurance warranty program, offering coverage against defects in materials and workmanship. Manufacturing, quality testing, warehousing, and fulfillment all take place in the United States, giving buyers confidence in consistent quality control from start to finish. For anyone maintaining a vessel and unwilling to compromise on reliability, ARCO Starting &amp; Charging remains the definitive choice in marine engine electrical components.</p>

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DV551
09/12/2036 1:01 PM
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$22.41

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The Arco DV551 is a premium replacement outboard starter drive gear engineered for reliable marine starting system performance. This large 10-tooth drive gear is specifically designed to fit ARCO Starter model 5551, providing original equipment quality replacement for outboard motor starting systems.

Key Features:

  • Large 10-tooth drive gear configuration
  • Direct replacement for ARCO Starter 5551
  • Over-engineered to exceed OEM standards and reliability
  • Manufactured with premium input components
  • Factory tested prior to shipment for quality assurance

Manufactured by ARCO Marine, a USA-based company established in 1960 and located in Pensacola, Florida. ARCO is recognized as a pioneer in the original equipment replacement parts segment with a reputation for premium quality and exceptional part reliability. Every component is precision-engineered to outlast OEM standards and is rigorously tested before leaving their facility, resulting in some of the lowest failure rates in the marine engine parts industry.

When I ordered the item from the website it did not indicate it was a backordered product When I called customer service the # provided would only hang up. I then emailed and it took 3 days for a response via email only to tell me the item WAS backordered and wouldn't be available until July 2022. I chose not to cancel and was surprised it showed up a few weeks later. I'm glad I got the product, but overall not happy with the hoops I jumped through to find out what was going on. I won't be ordering from this company again

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I was very satisfied with the ordering process; however, I paid $10 extra to have it delivered in 2 days. It was ordered on Friday and not received until the following Wednesday. So do not waste your money on faster shipment, go with the free shipping instead.

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